The stigma of mental illness
byMay is Mental Health Awareness Month By Margaux Wosk It’s no secret: mental illness is still stigmatized. The discrimination is emotionally overwhelming. In my…
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A review of the movie Shine
by“Shine’s” depiction of David Helfgott’s passionate pursuit and achievement of success as a pianist in spite of his severe mental challenges sends an uplifting…
Ryan Smoluk’s art work provides insight into mental illness
by“Mental illness is the elephant in the room that no one wants to talk about, until they absolutely have to.” By Ryan Smoluk It’s…
My broken heart: the story of the bare-handed man #autism
by“As he was telling me how cold and hungry he was, I watched as he was unable to control his hands. It was like…